Commercial manager

Established in 1987, DCOH is an experienced construction and development company operating across residential, commercial, hospitality and real estate sectors.

We have a strong track record delivering complex projects, including award winning work such as the Charles Darwin University Danala Education and Community Precinct, recognised with a 2025 National Master Builders Award of Excellence.

With operations in both the Northern Territory and Victoria, we deliver high quality projects with a clear focus on buildability, programme certainty and strong on-site execution.

Driven by a commitment to Building Better, DCOH combines experience, innovation and disciplined execution creating lasting value for our clients, partners and the communities we serve.

This Darwin-based role will suit a commercially driven construction professional with a strong foundation in engineering principles and contract management. You understand how design intent, site conditions, and programme interact with cost, risk, and compliance—and you know how to lead teams through that complexity to deliver clear commercial results.

• Degree qualified in Construction Law, Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline
• Proven 10 experience delivering the commercial function on large-scale building or infrastructure projects
• Deep understanding of construction contracts (AS, GC21, or equivalent) and relevant legislation
• Skilled in procurement, tendering, subcontractor management, and contract negotiation
• Experienced in managing project budgets, cash flow, and financial reporting from pre-contract to final account
• Capable of identifying, assessing, and mitigating commercial risk across design and delivery phases
• Technically competent with systems such as Jobpac, Aconex, and Microsoft Excel
• Strong communication and leadership skills with a collaborative, solutions-focused approach

As Commercial Manager, you'll lead all commercial activities across a technically complex project, ensuring that contractual obligations are met, risks are managed, and project performance is commercially sound.

• Oversee head contract administration, progress claims, variations, and notices
• Manage procurement strategy and execution across all trade packages
• Support design development and project planning with cost and contractual input
• Monitor project costs, maintain rolling forecasts, and produce monthly financial reports
• Review subcontractor claims and variations, ensuring compliance and cost alignment
• Ensure accurate commercial documentation, records, and audit trails are maintained
• Provide commercial guidance to project managers, site teams, and design consultants
• Mentor and support Contracts Administrators and junior staff
• Represent DCOH in negotiations and formal communications with clients, subcontractors, and consultants

If you are interested in this position, please submit your CV and cover letter which describes who you are and addresses the criteria detailed above.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Do you have experience being a part of a high-rise or multi-storey construction projects in Australia?
• If you have been referred by an employee of DCOH or Thyme Hospitality, please write their name and contact details.
• Are you currently based in Australia?
• Do you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander?
• At DCOH, we honour the service of veterans and their families. Could you please share if you have served in the military or if a close family member has?
• Could you tell us about your current working rights?
• Are you willing to relocate to Darwin?